Tolulope Makinwa (Founder, Muazu Africa) Social entrepreneur and founder of Muazu Africa, Tolulope Makinwa, has shared first-hand insights into the recently-held Stakeholders Awareness Session on the Nigeria Startup Act – a joint initiative by Nigeria’s tech startup ecosystem and the Presidency to harness the potential of the country’s digital economy through co-created regulations. The Act is aimed at ensuring that Nigeria’s laws and regulations are clear, planned and work for the tech ecosystem. Says Tolulope: “The Stakeholders Awareness Session on the Nigeria Startup Act was a great way to engage ecosystem builders on incentives, linkages and support The Act provides. I…
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Natalie Ojevah MBE (R) created the Barclays’ Black Founders Accelerator in 2020 Barclays Eagle Lab (UK) is thrilled to announce that applications are now officially open for its Black Founder Accelerator. Barclays have partnered with Foundervine (now for the fifth time) to run the Barclays Black Founder Accelerator, a programme especially designed to champion diversity in entrepreneurship and showcase Black Founder-led businesses. Foundervine is an award-winning social enterprise with a strong track record of helping entrepreneurs from under-represented communities to start their own business. 📸 Natalie Ojevah This year’s programme will be on the look out for 25 ambitious Black…
The case for Cassava (L-R): Dr. (Mrs). Florence Ajimobi, Oluyemisi Iranloye (Founder/ Managing Director, Psaltry International) On March 22, 2024, Dr. (Mrs.) Florence Ajimobi (wife of the late Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi) paid a courtesy visit to Oluyemisi Iranloye (Founder & Managing Director, Psaltry International – Africa’s largest producers of Cassava and Cassava derivatives). Mrs. Ajimobi’s visit was poignant. It was not just a testament to the longstanding relationship and mutual respect between both parties, but also a nod of recognition as to why root crops such as cassava are the future of food security in Africa.…
The Hive is a celebration of creativity, culture, and community, powered by Nigeria’s ProvidusBank. Taking place between March 30 and April 01, 2024 at The Balmoral Convention Centre in Lagos (Nigeria), the festival is both a vibrant showcase of local talent and a platform for connecting with the heart of Lagos. There is The Hive marketplace – one of the most diverse, featuring over 150 local exhibitors showcasing the finest in fashion, food, and beauty. And then the interactive workshops and insightful masterclasses led by industry leaders – the very best in their game: from fashion and beauty, to cooking and entrepreneurship.…
Financial literacy on the front burner (3rd-L) Rewa Udoji (Founder, the Pink Room) As Nigeria wades through a tough economic environment, increased emphasis is being placed on the need for financial planning, which involves looking at one’s entire financial picture and making a strategic plan on how to achieve short- and long-term financial goals. Recently, The Pink Room – a female-dedicated platform that supports financial wellbeing – went into solutions mode by hosting a financial literacy workshop, targeted at ladies who are intentional about pursuing and achieving financial independence, with purpose. 📸ThePinkRoomNG Some of the brainstorming questions asked: What are…
Ebou Jobe (Founder and Executive Chef, Eazy Kitchen) 📸eazykitchen.co.uk Mustapha Njie is an entrepreneur, with 47+ years of experience in the Construction, Housing & Real Estate industry under his belt. Shareing his first-hand dining experience at Eazy Kitchen (a Gambian fusion restaurant located in London, and owned by young Executive Chef, Ebou JobĂ©), Alhaji Njie says: “I highly recommend fine dining at this exclusive restaurant, and you can’t leave without trying the Jollof rice (Benechin) and ‘Afra'”. 🎥Mustapha Njie Eazy Litchen describes itself as a small business with a big heart, dedicated to bringing diners the best of Gambian food, fused…
The handshake, as Access Bank acquires National Bank of Kenya Limited: (3rd L): Roosevelt Ogbonna (Group Managing Director, Access Banking Group) Access Bank Plc has just announced its acquisition of National Bank of Kenya Limited (a subsidiary of KCB group), marking a tremendous milestone in the organisation’s path to progress. Says Access Bank: “Our strengthened presence in Kenya provides more opportunities for trans-African trade and financial inclusion, fostering economic growth and prosperity across borders. By boosting Nigerian-Kenyan businesses, we are fueling collaboration that will drive our economies forward”. Arriving Kenya: Amaechi Okobi (Chief Brand & Communications Officer for Access Corporation)…
Dr. Nontobeko Mbatha (Founder of Tumeladi Diagnostic Pathologists) Dr. Nontobeko Mbatha is Founder of Tumeladi Diagnostic Pathologists, the first black, female-owned Histopathology laboratory in Johannesburg (South Africa). An extraordinary Medical Doctor and CMSA-qualified histopathologist, Mbatha has an immense passion for Renal Pathology, and is known for her belief in the power of collaboration between health care professionals, which increases team members’ awareness of each others’ type of knowledge and skills – leading to the continued improvement in both decision-making and quality of care for patients. Referring to the photo below, Mbatha says: “In this one picture we have a surgeon, oncologist, nuclear…
William B. Stevens (Consul General at the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria – M); Adanne Uche (Founder, Ady’s Agro Processing – R)). Adanne Uche (Founder of Ady’s Agro) and a host of guests recently joined William B. Stevens (the US Consul General at the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos,) at a reception celebrating women in business and arts . Ms. Uche is one to watch. Her business, which offers a variety of nutritious spices, seasonings, herbs, oils that have become a household name for almost every type of meal, has seen rapid growth over the years. And several recognitions point to her progress. Adanne has just…
The Hill App wins ‘App of the Year’ at the BTA Awards: Founder, Vanessa Chiedza Sanyauke is remarkable in sharing her moment with others. The Black Tech Achievement Awards 2024 held last weekend in London, and two conspicuous winners emerged from the stables of 1000 Black Voices: Vanessa Chiedza Sanyauke (founder, The Hill App): App of the Year Theo-Lee Houston (founder, Slinger): Entrepreneur of the Year The Hill App is a SaaS B2B platform that enables businesses to hire talent with ease whilst saving on costs and time. The hIll App is on a mission to connect 1 million women in 140 countries to jobs and opportunities spanning Americas, Europe, Asia…